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This Indian bread, known for its soft, fluffy texture and rich, buttery flavor, is traditionally cooked in a tandoor. This Air Fryer Naan version is perfect for any home cook!
Let’s talk about a bread that I’ve come to love over the years. It’s delicious, versatile, and really fun to make. Today, we’re talking about Air Fryer Naan!
If you’ve never heard of a tandoor, it’s an urn shaped oven, typically made of clay. Tandoori ovens have been used for centuries.
But guess what? Today we’re going to make our garlic naan bread in an air fryer! Yay for modern technology!
That’s right, this easy recipe brings you the perfect naan with a crispy outside and a soft inside, all made in the comfort of your home.
Have you ever gotten the pre-made naan from the store? The stuff is always so dry and disappointing!
That’s a big reason I wanted a good and easy air fryer recipe for naan. I love the flavor and texture of fresh naan, but I’m still kinda lazy, haha!
Let’s dive into this simple method for air fryer naan and make some mouth-watering flat bread together!
Some of our other favorite air fryer recipes we have on our site include: Best Air Fryer Meatloaf (Easy Recipe), Crispy Breaded Air Fryer Zucchini Fries Recipe, and Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders.
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- Easy and Convenient: No need for a tandoor – your air fryer does all the work. The air fryer is one of my favorite kitchen appliances!
- Garlic Butter Flavor: The delicious taste of garlic butter makes this naan irresistible. It adds even more moisture and a ton of flavor.
- Fun to Make: Both adults and kids will enjoy making and eating these. The process is really enjoyable.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- Warm milk
- Active dry yeast
- Sugar
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Plain yogurt
- Vegetable oil
- Grated garlic
- Water (for kneading)
- For the garlic butter: chopped coriander or cilantro leaves, melted butter, and finely chopped garlic.
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER NAAN:
- Whisk warm milk, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl. Cover and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. The mixture should be frothy on top after 5 minutes. If not, start over with new yeast.
- In a separate bowl, add 3 cups of flour, and add in salt, plain yogurt, oil, and garlic. Next, add the activated yeast mixture.
- Now, mix everything together and knead with water (3-4 tbsp) as required to form a soft, smooth, and elastic dough.
- Brush some oil on top of the dough and cover it with plastic wrap. Keep it in a warm place for at least 2 hours to rise. The dough should double in size after resting for 2 hours, if it has not doubled, allow it to continue to rise.
- To make garlic butter – Mix everything under the garlic butter section in a small bowl.
- Remove the dough and place onto a clean, lightly floured workstation, and divide it into 8 equal dough balls.
- Using a rolling pin, flatten the balls into a round shape, around ½ inch thick. Do this one at a time with each dough ball. Keep the other dough balls covered so they don’t try out.
- Brush some garlic butter on top.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
- Brush some oil in the air fryer basket, place the naan in the basket, one at a time, and cook for 7-8 minutes on one side or until lightly golden brown on top. Do not turn over, cooking on both sides makes the naan hard.
- Brush some garlic butter on top of the naan immediately after removing it from the air fryer. Repeat with the rest of the naans.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
WHAT TO SERVE THIS WITH?
Naan is perfect with any Indian curry or dal. Actually, this stuff goes great with just about any Indian food you could think of, haha!
It’s also great with marinara sauce or alfredo sauce for a quick snack or mini pizza base.
WHAT KIND OF FLOUR IS THE BEST TO USE?
All-purpose flour works best for this recipe. You can also try whole wheat naan for a healthier version.
HOW TO REHEAT?
Reheat naan in the air fryer or oven for 2-3 minutes at 350°F or in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes. The air fryer cooks! It reheats! It’s amazing!
ANY ADDITIONS?
Yes indeed! Check out this list for some great options. Maybe it won’t be traditional naan anymore, but it’ll be tasty!
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top before air frying.
- Add italian seasoning to the dough.
- Top with your favorite pizza toppings like bell peppers or red onions.
- Use pesto sauce for a flavorful twist.
- Sprinkle garlic powder into the dough for extra garlic flavor.
- Add mozzarella cheese for a cheesy naan.
- Use Greek yogurt in the dough for a tangy taste.
ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
Of course there are subs to be had! Check these out.
- Use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Substitute olive oil for vegetable oil.
- Use almond milk or soy milk instead of regular milk.
- Replace garlic with garlic powder.
- Swap cilantro with parsley.
- Use honey instead of sugar.
HOW TO STORE:
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
Freezer: Freeze in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the air fryer or oven.
DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for the best results.
- Roll the naan to about ½ inch thick for the perfect texture.
- Brush garlic butter on both sides for extra flavor and to keep it moist.
- Preheat the air fryer for even cooking.
- Use a rolling pin to get a uniform thickness.
Making Air Fryer Naan is not only fun but also brings a piece of traditional Indian cuisine right into your kitchen. It’s a great way to experiment with new recipes and flavors, and the end result is absolutely delicious.
Whether you’re serving it with a hearty curry or turning it into a mini naan pizza, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.
So, grab your air fryer and let’s get cooking! Enjoy your homemade naan, and don’t forget to share this amazing recipe with your friends and family.
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Air Fryer Naan Bread Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup warm milk
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3-4 tablespoon water for kneading
GARLIC BUTTER:
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
Instructions
- Whisk warm milk, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl. Cover and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. The mixture should be frothy on top after 5 minutes. If not, start over with new yeast.1/3 cup warm milk, 2 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar
- In a separate bowl, add 3 cups of flour, and add in salt, plain yogurt, oil, and garlic. Next, add the activated yeast mixture.3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, 3 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Now, mix everything together and knead with water (3-4 tbsp) as required to form a soft, smooth, and elastic dough.3-4 tablespoon water for kneading
- Brush some oil on top of the dough and cover it with plastic wrap. Keep it in a warm place for at least 2 hours to rise. The dough should double in size after resting for 2 hours, if it has not doubled, allow it to continue to rise.
- To make garlic butter – Mix everything under the garlic butter section in a small bowl.3 tablespoons melted butter, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
- Remove the dough and place onto a clean, lightly floured workstation, and divide it into 8 equal dough balls.
- Using a rolling pin, flatten the balls into a round shape, around ½ inch thick. Do this one at a time with each dough ball. Keep the other dough balls covered so they don’t try out.
- Brush some garlic butter on top.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
- Brush some oil in the air fryer basket, place the naan in the basket, one at a time, and cook for 7-8 minutes on one side or until lightly golden brown on top. Do not turn over, cooking on both sides makes the naan hard.
- Brush some garlic butter on top of the naan immediately after removing it from the air fryer. Repeat with the rest of the naans.
Notes
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for the best results.
- Roll the naan to about ½ inch thick for the perfect texture.
- Brush garlic butter on both sides for extra flavor and to keep it moist.
- Preheat the air fryer for even cooking.
- Use a rolling pin to get a uniform thickness.
Nutrition
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